Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 13.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 253 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,467 (30.1%) |
| Some College | 3,205 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 3,868 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,823 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,186 (29%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,983 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $163,155 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $982/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,856 |
| Vacant Units | 2,631 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Baker County is located in Georgia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 37,329 residents. With a median age of 45.56, it is a mature county.
Baker County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,983 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Baker County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $163,155 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $982. Homeownership rates are high at 70.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Baker County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 48.7%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Baker County, GA is a solidly middle-class area in Georgia. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31721 | Albany | 19,655 | $78,314 | $209,900 | $1,174 | 5.0% | 48.2% |
| 39837 | Colquitt | 5,994 | $59,365 | $118,800 | $695 | 5.9% | 36.6% |
| 39841 | Damascus | 867 | $55,871 | $80,900 | — | 0.3% | 27.9% |
| 39845 | Donalsonville | 8,155 | $48,588 | $108,400 | $830 | 5.0% | 28.2% |
| 39862 | Leary | 789 | $46,500 | $112,000 | $822 | 0.0% | 43.6% |
| 39870 | Newton | 1,869 | $46,351 | $112,500 | $618 | 10.4% | 23.6% |